Paidlipin (en. Subjugated)
/paɪdˈlɪpɪn/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who is forced to serve or obey another without freedom.
Under the indictment, he is considered subjugated.
Sa ilalim ng pagsasakdal, siya ay itinuturing na paidlipin.
A state where a person or group has no power and control.
Subjugation usually applies to communities that are occupied.
Ang paidlipin ay karaniwang nalalapat sa mga pamayanan na nasasakupan.
Etymology
From the word 'subjugated' that connotes being a slave or servitude.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to become subjugated
to become obedient to others
maging paidlipin
Related Words
slavery
A process or state of being enslaved.
pangalipin
servitude
The act of serving another person or purpose.
pagsisilbi
Slang Meanings
Saying or exposing knowledge that lacks dignity or credibility.
Juan might just pull a paidlipin again in the quiz tomorrow, he doesn't really know anything.
Baka paidlipin na naman si Juan sa quiz bukas, wala naman talagang alam yan.
Talking about things like an expert even though he's not really knowledgeable.
He had a lot of paidlipin in the meeting, you'd think he's so good.
Ang dami niyang paidlipin sa meeting, akala mo kung sino yung magaling.